: A strategic approach where certain "dissipative" parts (like beams) are designed to yield first, while critical "non-dissipative" parts (like columns and foundations) are kept stronger to prevent total collapse. Major Changes in the Second Generation (EC8-2G) Eurocode 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance

Eurocode 8 is famously "force-based," though it is increasingly incorporating "displacement-based" methods for assessment.

: Minimizing structural damage during more frequent, smaller quakes to keep repair costs manageable.

The code is built around a "limit state" philosophy with three primary goals:

: Guaranteeing that critical facilities like hospitals and power plants remain functional immediately after a disaster. The Core Design Philosophy